Salem-Keizer Recycling & Transfer Station

Notice: Effective December 1, 2013, the minimum transaction charge has increased. The minimum charge for garbage is now $25.00 (covers the first 580 pounds). After the first 580 lbs., there is a pro-rated fee of $87.45 per ton, which is equivalent to 4.37 cents per pound. The minimum charge for yard waste and wood waste is now $15.00 (covers the first 640 pounds). After the first 640 lbs., there is a pro-rated fee of $47.00 per ton, which is equivalent to 2.35 cents per pound.

This new minimum fee for garbage and yard debris also applies at the North Marion Recycling and Transfer Station.

Transfer stations in Marion County are for public use. Garbage brought here is transported to the Marion County Waste-to-Energy Facility and incinerated. Energy is recovered and turned into electricity which is purchased by Portland General Electric. Compostable material goes to a commercial composting facility and is processed into a soil amendment.

Reduced rates are given for sorted clean compostable materials or wood waste. Recyclable materials are free, except tires and appliances. These materials must be placed in special areas.

Payment Options: Customers may pay with cash, personal checks, debit or credit cards including Master Card and Visa. Please note that you will be required to show photo ID for checks and card payments.

Marion County No Longer Accepts AMERICAN EXPRESS or DISCOVER Credit Cards.

Disposal of household hazardous waste is prohibited at the transfer stations in the paid disposal or the recycling areas. Appropriate disposal is available at our Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility (located separately at the Salem-Keizer Transfer Station).

Wondering how to recycle or dispose of something not on this list? Recycle Guide!For specific disposal requirements, call 588-5169, press "0".

Note Regarding Unrestrained Loads

All unrestrained loads will be charged an additional $10.00 fee. Fees double for each repeated occurrence.

An unrestrained load is defined as any load that can drop, sift, leak, blow or otherwise escape from the transporting vehicle. Trash in closed plastic bags that are below the sidewalls is acceptable. If bags are above sidewalls, they must be restrained with a rope, net or tarp. Tailgates shall be used.

Options for tires larger than 26" rim size

Tire Disposal and RecyclingCustomers should call ahead to find out about prices and hours of operation.1333 N. HarborgatePortland, OR 97203(503) 240-1919